Northern Michigan University, located in Marquette, Michigan, is a dynamic four-year, public, comprehensive university that has grown its reputation based on its award-winning leadership programs, cutting-edge technology initiatives and nationally recognized academic programs. Northern has a population of about 9,000 undergraduate and graduate students.

Ask a few Northern students what drew them to our university and you will get a variety of answers. That's because there is no single thing that make students want to go to Northern; it is ALL the things that we do here. Northern is big enough to offer a wide variety of academic programs but is also small enough that every time you walk across campus, you'll probably wave "hi" to someone you know.

Curiosity is the raw ingredient of knowledge. It causes us to ask questions, to seek answers, to learn. At Northern Michigan University, natural curiosity and intellectual challenge meet in stimulating classes grounded in the liberal arts. So wherever your curiosity leads you, you can count on the support you need to take the next step, ask the next question, propose the next hypothesis.

The mission of the Northern Michigan University Department of Intercollegiate Athletics, Recreational Sports and the United States Olympic Training Site is to create an environment that promotes academic excellence, interpersonal growth and social development; embraces diversity; teaches lifetime leisure skills; fosters spirit and tradition; and builds a lifelong connection to NMU.

Yes, you'll attend your classes, but what else will you be doing as a student at Northern? There's so much stuff to choose from. There's a student organization or club – almost 300 at last count-- for just about every interest. If you're into investigating the paranormal, anime or improv comedy, there's a group. Cheer on your fellow Wildcats at a hockey game or volleyball match. Join a competitive club sport or an intramural team. The sky is the limit.

Essential Personnel

2014-2015 Northern Michigan University Essential Personnel Positions

The following is a list of University positions that have been determined to be “essential personnel”. Based on this status, those holding these positions are required to report to work during those times in which the University deems it necessary to close due to inclement weather.

Position

Department

All AFSCME Staff

Various Departments

Sales Manager Catering/Events

Simply Superior Catering/

Director of Dining Services

Dining Services

Director of Residential Dining

Dining Services

Associate Director of Retail Operations

*Dining Services

Operational Managers (5)

Dining Services

Corporate Executive Chef

Dining Services

Manager of Program Development

*Dining Services

Director of Auxiliary Services

Auxiliary Services

Pharmacist

Health Center

Physician (2)

Health Center

Physician Assistant (1)

Health Center

RN (3)

Health Center

Clerical staff (3)

Health Center

LAB

Health Center

Resident Director (10 positions)

Housing & Residence Life

Coordinator of Apartment Services

Housing & Residence Life

Assistant Director of Housing

Housing & Residence Life

Assistant Director of Housing – Facilities

Housing & Residence Life

Maintenance Operations Supervisor

Housing & Residence Life

Announcer/Operator (2 positions)

*Learning Resources

Engineer Tech II (3 position)

*Learning Resources

Producer-Director-TV (2 positions)

*Learning Resources

AV Technician (3 positions)

*Learning Resources

Production Associate (2 positions)

*Learning Resources

Operator Technician (3 positions)

*Learning Resources

Radio Producer/Music Director

*Learning Resources

TV Assistant Program Manager

*Learning Resources

Graphic Artist

*Learning Resources

Operations Specialist (2)

Mail Services/Warehouse

Associate Director – Plant Operations

Plant Operations

Grounds Supervisor

Plant Operations

Dispatcher

Public Safety

Investigator

Public Safety

* The assigned individual is only essential if production needs warrant it.

The Human Resources Department has received notification stating the individuals assigned to the positions above were notified by their respective supervisor of their essential status and their employment obligations during University closures.

Questions pertaining to this list can be directed to Human Resources at 227-2330.